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Works and Days

Also known as: Hes. WD

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The poem is structured in dactylic hexameter and comprises 828 lines.
It was written by Hesiod around the year 700 BC.
The central theme is a farmer's almanac providing instruction to the poet's brother, Perses.

Summary

Works and Days is a didactic poem written by ancient Greek poet Hesiod around 700 BC.

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Didactic poem authored by Hesiod
This poem serves as a primary source for understanding Hesiod's personal life, his dispute with his brother Perses, and the agricultural practices of his time.
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Overview

Written around 700 BC, Works and Days is a significant didactic poem by the poet Hesiod. The text is composed in dactylic hexameter and contains 828 lines of verse.

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At its core, the poem functions as a farmer's almanac, offering practical instruction on agricultural life. Hesiod addresses the work to his brother, Perses, providing moral guidance and technical advice on the arts of farming.

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